Flash floods, landslides kill 8 in northern Vietnam
A general view of the damage caused by a landslide triggered by torrential rains in Lai Chau, northern Vietnam, August 6, 2023. At least eight people have died as a result of flash floods and landslides in the country. – EPA/Vietnam News Agency handout pic, August 7, 2023.
FLASH floods and landslides have killed at least eight people across northern Vietnam, disaster officials said today. After months of prolonged heatwaves and drought, heavy downpours that began at the beginning of this month have damaged hundreds of homes and destroyed crops. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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